Tony Iommi Monkey Special Clones

"### The Scent Profile Mysterium aims for Tony Iommi Monkey Special, and gets surprisingly close, maybe 90%. The opening blasts with a boozy rum and tart passionfruit; it’s a bit sharper and more synthetic than the Xerjoff, lacking that smoother, natural fruitiness. The heart brings cinnamon and patchouli forward, with a touch of leathery grit. Here's where it differs most. The original has a deeper, more nuanced patchouli. Mysterium's is a bit… generic. The drydown is a sweet, caramel-vanilla bomb. The tonka is dialed back. Overall, a pleasant, if somewhat linear, gourmand experience. ### Bottom Line Mysterium is a respectable clone. Not perfect, but it’s hard to complain. For everyone else, Mysterium offers a very good approximation . If you want a good clone on a budget, look no further. ### Wear time & Sillage Projection is decent for the first hour, pushing out at arm's length. After that, it settles closer to the skin. Longevity is average. I get about 5-6 hours before it becomes a skin scent. Reapplication might be necessary for a full day’s wear. A confirmed beast mode performer."

"### The Verdict Monkey Special is a steal. If you're curious about Tony Iommi Monkey Special but can't justify the Xerjoff price tag, this is an excellent option. There are some minor synthetic edges, especially in the opening, but they fade quickly. This clone offers exceptional value and most will be very satisfied. Recommended for gourmand lovers on a budget. ### How it Smells Monkey Special by Montagne Parfums aims for Xerjoff's Tony Iommi Monkey Special, and gets pretty close. The opening delivers a boozy rum punch with passionfruit. The bergamot is dialed back, making it less bright than the original, and more syrupy. As it dries, cinnamon and patchouli emerge, alongside a detectable leather accord. The patchouli leans slightly sharper than Xerjoff's smoother rendition. The base is where it really shines, with caramel, vanilla, and tonka creating a gourmand sweetness. I'd say it captures about 95% of the original's DNA. That last 95% is nuance. ### The Performance Stats Performance is solid, especially . I get around 6-7 hours on my skin with moderate projection for the first two hours. It settles closer to the skin after that, leaving a sweet, slightly boozy trail. Not a beast, but respectable."